Abstract: A flexible thermal pack to be intimately applied to a patient's body is in the form of a plastic container enclosing a chemical compound capable of an endo- or exo-thermic reaction when intermixed with a catalyst. The plastic container has a vent in one wall covered by a semipermeable membrane for passage of gas but not liquid. Also enclosed in the container is another frangible container housing a suitable catalyst for the compound.

Abstract: A flexible thermal pack to be intimately applied to a patient's body is in the form of a plastic container enclosing a chemical compound capable of an endo- or exo-thermic reaction when intermixed with a catalyst. The plastic container has a vent in one wall covered by a semipermeable membrane for passage of gas but not liquid. Also enclosed in the container is another frangible container housing a suitable catalyst for the compound.

Abstract: An emergency stretcher kit is used in the treatment of certain bone and joint injuries. The kit includes a mat formed with an absorbent layer and an impermeable layer. A pocket attached to the absorbent layer contains a dual compartment packet having a thermal composition inside. The seal between the compartments is broken and the thermal composition is mixed to create an endothermic reaction to cool the pocket. The mat has Velcro straps and contact adhesive patches to secure the mat on a backboard and about the patient.

Abstract: A reusable fluid absorbing device for separating water from oil includes a water-permeable liner bag disposed within a rigid housing container. The rigid housing container includes at least one throughhole that fluidly couples the interior of the housing container to the exterior of the housing container. A removable end cap provides access to the housing compartment interior, allowing for removal and replacement of the liner bag. The liner bag is sealed shut and made from water-permeable material. A water-absorbing mixture of material is disposed within the water-permeable liner bag.

Abstract: The present invention is an inexpensive and disposable mat constructed from non-flammable material for placement beneath fluid leaking machinery. The mat is manufactured from at least one layer of non-woven fluid absorbing polypropylene that is bonded to at least one fluid impervious backing sheet such a polyester or polyethylene by use of heat sensitive adhesive. The assembled mat forms a high strength bonded mat that resists tearing and will retain fluids. The backing sheet prevents fluids from penetrating so as to confine all fluids to the non-woven portion of the mat where they disperse and, depending on the type of fluid absorbed, may evaporate.

Abstract: The instant invention is a reusable housing for placement of petroleum absorbent polypropylene material within a chamber for placement in the bilge area of a boat. The polypropylene material is capable of absorbing petroleum products such as diesel fuel, engine oil, transmission oil, and the like petroleum products while repelling water. The housing has a plurality of through holes for accessing the chamber allowing fluid passage with a convenient threaded coupling.

Abstract: The present invention is an inexpensive and disposable mat constructed from non-flammable material for placement beneath fluid leaking machinery. The mat is manufactured from at least one layer of non-woven fluid absorbing polypropylene that is bonded to at least one fluid impervious backing sheet such a polyester or polyethylene by use of heat sensitive adhesive. The assembled mat forms a high strength bonded mat that resists tearing and will retain fluids. The backing sheet prevents fluids from penetrating so as to confine all fluids to the non-woven portion of the mat where they disperse and, depending on the type of fluid absorbed, may evaporate.